TOP RATED Condo at Bear Lake Reserve ♥ Enjoy Amazing Views overlooking the lake! | Condo in Tuckasegee

10.0 (35 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Bear Lake Reserve Condo | TOP RATED Condo at Bear Lake Reserve ♥ Enjoy Amazing Views overlooking the lake!

2 Bedroom Condo in Bear Lake Reserve, Tuckasegee

We look forward to welcoming you to FABLES OF THE FOREST!
A peaceful, relaxing escape tucked away in the rolling foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
This upscale condo, located in the prestigious BEAR LAKE RESERVE Resort offers the perfect setting for a weekend getaway with family or friends.
Your stay includes a plethora of resort activities including hiking, fishing, boating, golf, tennis, pickleball, planned activities, and more!
*** ABOUT BEAR LAKE RESERVE
As our guest, you'll have full access to all the wonderful amenities at BEAR LAKE RESERVE. This sprawling, gated mountain resort includes several miles of hiking trails, a Jack Nicklaus Design golf course, tennis and pickleball courts, outdoor fireplaces, a stocked trout pond, scheduled activities, a rustic pond-side pavilion for family gatherings, on-site restaurant and lounge, and much more!
The LAKE CLUB is a short distance from our condo and has a full-service restaurant and bar - perfect for take-out, inside dining, or poolside dining. During the active season, you'll also enjoy, a beautiful infinity pool and hot tub. Your kiddos will enjoy the kiddie pool with a slide.
Year round, you can enjoy the fitness center, a private movie theater, a relaxation lounge, and more.
The full-service LAKE CLUB MARINA offers both motorized and small craft rentals, from Pontoon boats to Paddleboards. Other options include jet skis, canoes, kayaks, and more!
* * * ABOUT OUR CONDO
Inside our fully-furnished condo, you'll find all the amenities needed to make your stay comfortable and memorable.
Aside from our amazing view of Bear Creek Lake, the highlight of the cozy LIVING ROOM at our rustic mountain lodge, is the gas fireplace. Turn it on with the flick of a switch, grab a blanket and curl up with a good book. The heavy split-log, oak mantle holds a few of our favorite mementos. On both sides, the floating shelves are decorated with our family pictures, books, and portraits of mountain life by Susan Stanton.
From the living room enjoy breathtaking views of Bear Lake from the window as you relax.
The living room provides a comfortable pull-out Queen size bed that easily accommodates two additional guests. (Max. Occ. for the condo is 6)
* * The DINING / KITCHEN area offers a spectacular view of the mountains and lake. The fully loaded kitchen is perfect for preparing meals or a late-night snack while you curl up in the living area.
All appliances are top-of-the-line Whirlpool Gold, including a five-burner gas top cooking range. Plenty of dinnerware, serving ware, Calphalon pots and frying pans, Cuisinart knives. We have both a drip coffee maker and a Keurig for your fresh morning cup of Joe. (Pods are not provided)
Available in the pantry are a rice cooker, panini maker, citrus press, waffle maker, and more.
The small square dining table seats four, but can easily be extended to accommodate six. (Pull out the drop leaves, to make it round)
* * The MASTER BEDROOM at our cozy mountain lodge, has a thick memory foam mattress that will lull you to the Land of Nod. The colorful patch quilt, shams, and Sherpa blanket at the foot of the bed are from Lush Decor.
The artsy lamps with intricate metal overlay are from Dutchman’s in Highlands, NC. Enjoy the view of the mountains and the sky from the comfort of your bed. You can walk out to the balcony from your bedroom. The dressers have six spacious drawers for your clothes and the nightstands each have two drawers. There is a modest walk-in closet with plenty of shelving, a luggage rack, and non-slip hangers.
The attached full bathroom has a fully tiled glass-enclosed shower with a heavenly 10" Rain Shower Head with double sinks and granite countertops.
* * The SECOND BEDROOM has a thick memory foam mattress that ensures a restful night's sleep. The colorful patch quilt, shams, and Sherpa blanket at the foot of the bed are from Lush Decor. The whimsical fish tackle box lamp is from a local thrift store in downtown Sylva, NC.
Enjoy the view of the lake and the Secret Garden, outside your window. The dressers have six spacious drawers for your clothes, and the single nightstand has two drawers. There is a modest closet with plenty of shelving, a luggage rack, and non-slip hangers.
The attached full bathroom has a fully tiled tub/ shower combo with a heavenly 10" Rain Shower Head with a single sink and granite countertop. (There is a second door to this bathroom, which opens in the main hallway.)
* * Much of the decor and artwork was selected from our local shops and artists. We hope you take the time to visit the thriving artist community in the area.
* * All TVs offer streaming service options. We do not subscribe to cable. Please bring login information to your favorite streaming services
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GETTING HERE: Using GPS to navigate through the mountains can be unreliable. We recommend 1) that you use the Waze app rather than GPS; and 2) you use the address for the Bear Lake Reserve entrance: 412 Lake Forest Dr, Tuckasegee, NC 28783.
Once your reservation is confirmed, you'll receive a digital guidebook which has turn-by-turn directions to our condo.
NOTE: Because reception can be sketchy in the mountains, we also recommend you print out directions before you set off on your trip.
IMPORTANT: Guests of Bear Lake Reserve will be responsible for paying a Resort Preservation Fee. This fee will be $30 per day (with a maximum fee per stay of $150) and is in ADDITION TO any fees collected through Vrbo's booking platform.
Upon arrival at the Greeter’s Cottage, guests will complete a Guest Registration Form and provide a credit card to process payment.
The Preservation Fee goes directly to supporting the roads, common areas, trails and surrounding area.
As our guest, you will have full access to all resort amenities at Bear Lake Reserve (some activities may have associated fees).
Arrival instructions will be sent to you one week prior to your arrival date.
PLEASE NOTE: To reach our condo you will need to descend the stairs leading off the parking lot. There is one floor above us.

TOP RATED Condo at Bear Lake Reserve ♥ Enjoy Amazing Views overlooking the lake! is located in Bear Lake Reserve. TOP RATED Condo at Bear Lake Reserve ♥ Enjoy Amazing Views overlooking the lake! provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Hot Tub, among other amenities. This Condo features Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Hot Tub, to make your stay a comfortable one.

TOP RATED Condo at Bear Lake Reserve ♥ Enjoy Amazing Views overlooking the lake! has 2 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Condo because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Condo, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Condo has a friendly neighborhood, and the Bear Lake Reserve has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Condo in Bear Lake Reserve, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
Bedroom
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Paper towels
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Ocean view
  • Beach towels
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
  • No elevators
Activities
  • Kayak on site
  • Boat on site
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Tennis on site
  • Fitness center
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Marina nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Casino nearby
Entertainment
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Books
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Smart TV
General
  • English
  • Near a hospital
  • On the lake
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city center
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Firepit
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture
Security/Safety
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Spa
  • Heated pool
  • Massages
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Sauna
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: the condo is not furnished with baby gear
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Ellen S.
Aug 18, 2025 10:54:23 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This is the very best place to stay in Bear Lake Reserve. It is well appointed, clean, and comfortable. The host is attentive to our needs coming and going, every time. Lovely from start to finish.
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